Plantar Fasciitis is a painful foot condition. It is one of the most common causes of heel pain caused by inflammation of the thick band of tissue that supports the arch of the foot. People who are involved in sports or activities that place a...

Laura Basey is a local Phoenix triathlete, who enjoys participating in triathlons alongside her husband. However, Laura’s ability to participate in the sport she loves was placed on hold when she began to experience pain in her big toe joint while running. This pain caused...

Along with Springtime, we welcome one of the nation’s most popular sports – baseball. For many parents, this season brings the hustle and bustle of getting their children to and from several baseball games and practices. Youth baseball-related injuries, especially those of the foot and...

Sandy Hoelzer is a 72-year-old retiree who previously worked in the healthcare management field. She is a mother of three, grandmother of five and great-grandmother to four. Sandy enjoys traveling, playing golf, bowling, and line dancing—just to name a few of her many interests! However,...

Foot and ankle injuries are among the most common injuries people experience. Unfortunately, sports that include running like soccer, tennis, and track and field put athletes at increased risks for these injuries. This is because the feet and ankles are heavily used while participating in these sports. Thankfully,...

We're excited to share this video with you on an innovative treatment option for plantar fasciitis. We are grateful to our patient for sharing his experience. His plantar fasciitis has been persistent for years. Unfortunately, his condition has been resistant to conventional treatments: physical therapy,...

OrthoLive is a new, cutting-edge telemedicine company for orthopedics and podiatry. The company allows practitioners and patients to meet online to discuss patient care. OrthoLive is changing the way medicine operates and utilized on a daily basis to streamline practices.
Telemedicine Comes to Phoenix-Based Orthopedics and Podiatry...

Before and after x-rays of a total ankle replacement (TAA)
What is a Total Ankle Replacement?
A total ankle replacement, also known as a total ankle arthroplasty (TAA), is a surgical treatment option for someone suffering from severe ankle arthritis. Ankle arthritis may be caused by...

What is Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy (PRP)?
Platelets are tiny blood cells that are created inside your body and are what enables your blood to clot when you injure yourself. Platelets contain hundreds of proteins called growth factors, which are a vital part of your body’s healing...

About Dr. Jeffrey McAlister

Dr. McAlister is a fellowship-trained, board-certified foot and ankle surgeon with expertise in arthritis and sports injuries. In addition to his areas of specialty, he offers general podiatry for adults and children.